A trip to the Menir of Almendres and Cromlech of Almendres.

Quick Details
Group Half-Day Tour: ~ 4 hours | €50 per person
Private Half-Day Tour: ~ 4 hours | €60 per person

​A minimum of 2 people are required for the tour (group or private).

Available 7 days a week.
Morning Tour: 9:00 AM start
Afternoon Tour: 2:00 PM start​
​Half-Day Tour Details
​On this tour we will delve into Portugal’s Neolithic period (circa 5500 to 3000 BC) and explore two of the region’s earliest and most remarkable megalithic sites: the Menir of Almendres and the Cromlech of Almendres.

The Alentejo is home to many megalithic structures, including cromlechs, menirs, and dolmens. It is during this period when agriculture emerged, along with many other significant cultural and social developments. If you are interested in prehistory, or the history behind prehistoric sites similar to Stonehenge, we think you will really enjoy this trip!
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Menir of Almendres, Évora, Portugal
 Our meeting point for this excursion will be the Roman Temple of Évora. From there, we will embark on a 25-minute drive to reach the path to the Menir of Almendres. We will then make the 5–10 minute walk down the picturesque path to visit this impressive solitary standing stone. Please note that the path to the Menir is in poor condition and those with reduced mobility may not be able to reach it.
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Cromlech of Almendres, Évora, Portugal
Ticket​
Group Half-Day Tour
Adult
​(13+ years old)
​€50 / person
Child
​(3-12 years old)
​€50 / person
Baby
(0-2 years old)
Free
Ticket
Private Half-Day Tour
Adult
(13+ years old)
​€60 / person
Child
​(3-12 years old)
​€60 / person
Baby
(0-2 years old)
Free
MEETING POINT & TIME
Roman Temple of Évora | 9:00 AM / 2:00 PM
​INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the designated meeting point: Roman Temple of Évora, Évora, Portugal
  • Entrance to all monuments visited
  • Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
EXCLUDED FROM THE TOUR
  • We do not provide car-seats for babies and small children - please bring your own​
  • We do not provide any meals, but during full-day tours we will stop in towns that have places to pick up a quick meal 
MISC. INFORMATION
  • Minimum 2 people for the group or private tour
  • Transportation provided in an 8-seater van
  • Children under the age of 12 or under 1.5 meters in height are required to sit in the back seat of the vehicle in a child car seat or booster that is appropriate to their size. We do not provide car seats, so please remember to bring your own.​
  • ​Please wear appropriate footwear (sneakers, hiking shoes, or sandals with good traction are suggested).
  • In the summer we highly recommend booking tours that depart in the morning.
  • NOTE: This tour used to include a visit to the Great Dolmen of Zamubjeiro. As of 27 March 2025 this monument has been excluded due to circumstances out of our control (i.e. worsening road conditions making access to the first two sites much longer than before). To keep this a half-day tour (approx. 3.5 hours), we will no longer be visiting the Dolmen. If circumstances change (like improvements to the access roads), we may include the Dolmen in the tour once again. We apologize for any disappointment. 
Next, we will make a 10-minute drive down the road toward the Cromlech of Almendres. As a portion of the road to the Cromlech has collapsed due to neglect by the municipality, we will walk the remainder of the road, approximately 30 minutes one-way, to reach the Cromlech of Almendres, often referred to as the Stonehenge of Portugal. This scenic walk will take you through a Cork Forest. The extraordinary site features two circles formed by standing stones. At the site, we will continue our discussion of the Neolithic and provide an overview of the theories associated with the monument. You will learn about the history of this site from archaeologists specializing in the prehistory of this region. Prepare to immerse yourself in the mystic ambiance of the region’s ancient history as you learn about the captivating carvings adorning some of the stones. Take a moment to relish the serene sounds and breathtaking scenery of the surrounding landscape.
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Cork Forest of the Almendres property, Évora, Portugal
After we have finished visiting the Almendres Cromlech, we will make the 30-minute walk back to the car and the 25-minute drive out of the Almendres complex. During this time, we’ll continue our discussion regarding the prehistory of the region.

As we leave the property, we will make a stop at the interpretive center/gift shop. You will have some free time to browse and explore.

Our return journey to Évora will commence thereafter, with drop-offs scheduled between 12:00-13:00 (morning tour) and 17:00-18:00 (afternoon tour), conveniently timed for a delightful lunch or dinner in the city.
RNAAT nº 35/2025 | Iberian Heritage Tours | Tours by archaeologists exploring the cultural heritage of the Alentejo, Portugal.